England, Edinburgh and Ireland tour summary
We're taking you on a tour of England, Scotland and Ireland, a short summary of the trip you would enjoy. Click on the times to jump to each place: Intro 00:01 London 1:43 - Bath 2:44 - Cotswolds 3:37 - York 4:21 - Lake District 5:35 - Edinburgh 6:42 - Ireland intro 8:27 - summary 9:42 -to Dingle 10:08 - Dingle-Killarney 11:01 -Kinsale 12:00 - Dublin 12:12
Starting in London, best of all, then to Bath on a very easy train ride. Bath has a human scale with quiet pedestrian lanes lined with shops and galleries ideal for strolling.
York is one of the most historic cities in England. We will be showing you the great old buildings, some street entertainment – presenting you a summary with more details in other programs in our series.
Lake District is a very popular holiday destination, famous for, forests, mountains, quaint villages and lakes designated a UNESCO World Heritage site in 2017. Four of the top activities are exploring the towns, taking boat rides, do a little nature walking, and take a driving tour of the region to see the other nearby lakes and quaint villages.
In Scotland, Edinburgh’s Old Town has retained many of its original buildings and the 18th century New Town is also well-preserved, both still functioning as a great examples of healthy urban neighborhoods.
Ireland is a small country blessed with the rich variety of wonderful sites, most famous for its green rolling hills, history, friendly people, and Guinness. Our three main destinations will be Dingle, Galway and of course Dublin, capital of the country, a great center of culture, learning and nightlife. We'll bring you inside prehistoric stone structures in Dingle. We'll take a trip out to the Aran Islands by ferry, a remote place with a great many archaeological sites, traditional culture and spectacular sea cliffs. We will be visiting small villages along the way: Clifden, Killarney then Kinsale, a southern town with colorful buildings and an ancient stone fort. Dublin is a wonderful city, but don't make the mistake when you're visiting Ireland of only going to Dublin – there's so much more to see.
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Southampton, England. Best Time To Travel
Southampton is the largest city in the ceremonial county of Hampshire, England. Southampton is noted for its association with the Titanic. It is the home port of a number of the largest cruise ships in the world.
LOCATION
It is 70 miles (110 km) south-west of London and 15 miles (24 km) west north-west of Portsmouth. Southampton is a major port and the closest city to the New Forest. It lies at the northernmost point of Southampton Water at the confluence of the Rivers Test and Itchen. Southampton is influenced by the sea and rivers. The River Test runs along the western border of the city, separating it from the New Forest.
HISTORY
Archaeological finds suggest that the area has been inhabited since the stone age. Southampton has been a settlement since Roman and Saxon times. It was an important trading port and defensive outpost of Winchester. The Anglo-Saxons formed a new, larger, settlement across the Itchen centred on what is now the St Mary's area of the city. In 1912, the RMS Titanic sailed from Southampton.
CLIMATE
As with the rest of the UK, Southampton experiences an oceanic climate. Southampton is one of the warmest and sunniest cities in the United Kingdom, mainly due to its southerly, low-lying and sheltered location. Winters in Southampton are damp and rainy weather but not cold. The city is usually snow-covered 2-3 days annually. Nights can remain cold well into May. Summers are moderately warm and usually not rainy. Damp days however do happen even in July.
COMMUNICATION
Southampton is serviced by Southampton International Airport located a short distance outside the city in Eastleigh. It is a relatively small airport. From the airport, bus U1C goes to the city centre. The alternative is to use one of the London airports and travel on to Southampton by rail, car or bus.
ECONOMY
health and education sectors are main economy of Southampton. property and other business are 2nd sector and the third-largest sector is wholesale and retail. Southampton has always been a port, and the docks have long been a major employer in the city. In particular, it is a port for cruise ships as well as being the largest freight port on the Channel coast and fourth-largest UK port. Southampton is home to the headquarters of both the Maritime and Coastguard Agency.
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CITY OF BATH + CHRISTMAS MARKET | United Kingdom | Travel Vlog 2019
My first European Christmas market experience was Paris 2014. However, my first proper Christmas market visit is right here, in Bath. I say that because I didn’t really appreciate the tradition of the Christmas market. 
I chose the UK to start out the exploration and discovery of Christmas markets because I have always associated Christmas with Dickensian London. And, I’ve read that the Bath Christmas market was one of the best in the UK, and it just so happens that one of the world’s most famous archaeological sites is also here, the Roman Baths.
Learning from other vloggers, I looked for free walking tours offered in the city, and I found a really recommendable tour: bathguides.org.uk The tour starts in front of the entrance to the Roman Baths, just turn up, there is no need to book in advance.
I didn’t know what to expect about the Christmas market except for a lively and busy atmosphere.... well, it’s not only that but more! The sights, sounds and smells in pedestrian-only malls are so inviting and exciting to shop and look through. It can also get claustrophobic as the crowd can get heavy.
Although, the Bath Christmas market in the main square of the abbey was a lot smaller than I envisioned it to be.  But the city of Bath is a lot larger than I thought it would be.  It was nice to explore and learn the greater city of Bath outside its archaeological importance. 

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British Museum – Introduction – London – Audio Guide – MyWoWo Travel App
Hi, I'm Alyson, your personal guide. Together with MyWoWo, I'd like to welcome you to one of the wonders of the world.
Today I'll accompany you through the British Museum, which has one of the most outstanding archaeological collections in the world!
You are about to visit one of the world's largest museums of human history and culture; it attracts around 5 million tourists, researchers, and enthusiasts every year. Its collections include millions of objects and documents from all over the world.
The core of the British Museum was formed in the mid-1700s when the British government purchased physicist and scientist Hans Sloane's collection of natural finds and coins for £ 20,000, partly funded via a public lottery.
The museum was opened to the public in 1759 and has steadily grown over the years with acquisitions and donations of objects from all over the world, thanks in part to expeditions by explorers such as James Cook.
At the beginning of the 19th century, the museum began to focus its attention on Egyptian, Greek, and Roman works. Lord Hamilton, the ambassador to the Kingdom of Naples, was a passionate archaeologist; he sent home two full ships that were loaded with finds from the cities that had been buried by Mount Vesuvius: after Naples, the British Museum has the largest collection of Pompeii antiquities in the world.
In 1816 the famous Parthenon Marbles arrived, having been purchased in 1801. Items seized during the Napoleonic wars and King George IV's donation of an 85,000-volume library made the construction of a new location for the museum essential.
The current building began construction in 1824, and was so large that it became the hub of a new neighbourhood! Continuous acquisitions required further enlargements, with the transformation of the inner courtyard into an immense covered courtyard protected by glass windows.
You should know that the large dome consists of 1,656 glass panels which all have a different shape. The famous Reading Room is underneath the dome; Mahatma Gandhi, Oscar Wilde, Karl Marx, Lenin, and Virginia Woolf have all studied here.
FUN FACT: the British Museum contains the seals of John Dee, Elizabeth I's fortune-teller, mathematician, and astrologer. The most important is the Sigillum Dei, a magic pentagram that gave a magician power over all living creatures and even the ability to see God and the angels!
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London Walkabout: Sacred Sites of England's Ancient Capital with Andrew Collins
Andrew Collins will be presenting at the Origins Conference on November 16th 2019 in London: Subscribe here:
On this exclusive tour around England's Capital, as part of the Origins Conference 2013, author Andrew Collins takes 50 people on his infamous 'London Walkabout' exploring the historical and esoteric aspects of some of the most important sites in London. Site visited include the Tower of London, River Thames, Temple of Mithras, Temple of Isis, the Monument, the London Stone and St Paul's Cathedral.
The Origins Conference is back on November 4th 2017 in London. Details coming soon....
Explore with Megalithomania and Andrew Collins in 2017 on local tours to Stonehenge, Avebury and Glastonbury, plus further afield at Gobekli Tepe, Peru & Bolivia (with Robert Bauval), Egypt and Baalbek, Mexico and many other places!
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London-Weekend Trips Top 30-UK Travel Guide
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Stonehenge:Located in Sailbury,it ranks amongst the most visited iconic archaeological sites.
Bath is the largest city in the ceremonial county of Somerset, and is known for its Roman built baths, a major attraction for art architecture and history lovers.
Bristol: Enveloped in the hills of southwest England Bristol has its own identity grounded in the roots from centuries past.
Windsor is the town above Thames featuring the Windsor castle, the Queen’s official place of residence.
Brighton: From Royal Pavilion to the new British i360 Brighton has a wealth to enthral all age groups. Brighton is not complete without the pebble beach and plenty of seafood and drinks, as Brighton is the place to get fat!
Sever Sisters:Need to escape from the urban sprawl take out a day from your busy schedule ad head out for a hike to the seven sisters before you get a glimpse of the English Channel.
Liverpool and Manchester:Music fans will love Liverpool where the Beatles were first formed whereas Manchester is the perfect destination for football fans.
Oxford:Nicknamed the city of dreaming spires ,Oxford is a small city in the south eastern part of England.It goes without saying that the major attraction is Oxford University around which the city revolves.
Cambridge:The colleges at the University of Cambridge makes the best backdrop for punting.
Stratford Upon Avon:Visit Shakespeare's hometown and discover all the places that inspired him.
Costwolds:Costwolds Enjoy a scenic drive to Cotswolds an area of outstanding natural beauty and an unspoiled English countryside.
Canterbury:Head out to Canterbury to visit one of the oldest cathedrals in town,and later enjoy the boat ride to have a glimpse of the English countryside.
Dover:Go for a drive through the beautiful white cliffs of Dover,until you spot the Dover castle brooding above the cliffs.
Leeds: You can also visit the sprawling castle in Leeds, whose beauty and grandeur goes beyond words.
Bornemouth:Love beachlife? Then you should definitely pay a visit to Bornemouth. .
GreatYarmouth: Being a part of the East Anglia's premier beach destination,this place has a fabulous maritime heritage.
Portsmouth is perfectly positioned for ferries and cruises with easy access to France Spain and English Channel's
islands.
Southend on Sea:Southend on Sea is a small town on the Thames estuary in Essex.The small train ride on the lonest pier is a thrilling experience,
Hastings:This cosmopolitan town is the home to largest fishing fleet in UK.You can also visit the first castle of England ,built by William the Conqueror.
Isle of Wight: Isle of Wight is an island in the south coast of England can be reached by regular ferries from South Hamptons and Portsmouth.In tha island you can enjoy the ropeway which transports visitors from he cliff top of Alum Bay to the beach below.
Duddledoor:Duddledoor is one of the Jurassic coasts most iconic landscapes in Dorset.
Surrey:Surrey Hills area is an outstanding natural beauty to the east of EnglandThe tranquil view of the countryside.
Colchester: Colchester is a town in Essex .The Georgian town has some of the best Norman architectures and preserves ruins of the Roman influences in Britain.
Shere:Shereis a village district of Surrey.The quaint little villages are the most popular location for fila makers and is a perfect destination to relax and refresh your mind.
Sheffield: Industrial architecture, vintage clothing, galleries, museums, Sheffield has it all to keep you busy throughout the day.
New Forest Water park and Thorpe:New Forest Water park and Thorpe offers a wide range of family friendly activities.
Birmingham: Fancy for chocolates? Uncover a world of chocolates and enjoy fascinating fun packed day with your kids at Cadbury world in Birmingham.
Mayfield’s Lavender Farm: Instagram lovers will love this place, as you will definitely find your best pose amidst the vast lavender fields.Planning for long weekends? Try out the Lake district and Scottish Highlands or reach out to the southern tip of UK to Cornwall.
Top Tourist Attractions in Oxford: Travel Guide England
Top Tourist Attractions and beautiful places in Oxford: Travel Guide England
Ashmolean Museum of Art and Archaeology, Pitt Rivers Museum, University of Oxford, University Museum of Natural History, Bodleian Library, Christ Church, Oxford Castle Unlocked, Oxford University Parks, University Church of St. Mary the Virgin, Oxford Covered Market, Bridge of Sigh, University of Oxford Botanic Garden, Oxford Canal
Top 10 Sites in England for Ancient History Fans
If you're planning a trip to Great Britain and love ancient history, these are the top ten places to visit in England. Dr. Miano gives you his recommendations of the very best locations, including archaeological sites and museums.
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Stonehenge prehistoric monument
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Age estimated at 3100 BC
Location Wiltshire, UK
OS Reference SU 122 422
Type of stone Bluestone, Sarsen, Welsh Sandstone
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Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument in Wiltshire, England, about 2 miles (3.2 km) west of Amesbury and 8 miles (13 km) north of Salisbury. One of the most famous sites in the world, Stonehenge is the remains of a ring of standing stones set within earthworks. It is in the middle of the most dense complex of Neolithic and Bronze Age monuments in England, including several hundred burial mounds.[1]
Archaeologists believe it was built anywhere from 3000 BC to 2000 BC. Radiocarbon dating in 2008 suggested that the first stones were raised between 2400 and 2200 BC,[2] whilst another theory suggests that bluestones may have been raised at the site as early as 3000 BC.[3][4][5]
The surrounding circular earth bank and ditch, which constitute the earliest phase of the monument, have been dated to about 3100 BC. The site and its surroundings were added to the UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites in 1986 in a co-listing with Avebury Henge. It is a national legally protected Scheduled Ancient Monument. Stonehenge is owned by the Crown and managed by English Heritage, while the surrounding land is owned by the National Trust.[6][7]
Archaeological evidence found by the Stonehenge Riverside Project in 2008 indicates that Stonehenge could have been a burial ground from its earliest beginnings.[8] The dating of cremated remains found on the site indicate that deposits contain human bone from as early as 3000 BC, when the ditch and bank were first dug. Such deposits continued at Stonehenge for at least another 500 years.[9] The site is a place of religious significance and pilgrimage in Neo-Druidry.
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Archaeology & the Bible - Searching for a King: Episode 1
Is there evidence for the United Kingdom of Israel?
The Bible comes to life as Jeremy Dehut and Barry Britnell talk with archaeologist Scott Stripling about his excavation of the ancient city of Shiloh. Go inside the expansive warehouse of the Israel Antiquities Authority and explore the crusader ruins of the Philistine city of Ashdod. Soar above the landscape on an aerial tour showing why the nation of Israel was continuously locked in conflict and war with their rivals by the sea.
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Glastonbury, England: Tor and Abbey
More info about travel to Glastonbury: Glastonbury, England is considered the birthplace of Christianity in England and the burial site of the legendary King Arthur. A variety of travelers and seekers come to visit the Glastonbury Tor, Chalice Well, and Abbey.
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Top 10 Places in England according to Fodor's
10. Lake District
The Lake District National Park is in North West England. It is the largest National Park in the country and is considered one of its most scenic regions and England's premier destination for hiking and climbing. The main attraction is the lakes and fells carved by glacial erosion and providing dramatic and inspiring scenery although much modified by man's intervention mainly by farming.
9. Cotswolds Villages
The Cotswolds are a range of rolling hills in south central England. Designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1966; the area stretching south-west from just below Stratford-upon-Avon to just beyond Bath, is considered to have unique features derived from the local golden coloured limestone known as Cotswold stone. The predominantly rural landscape containing stone-built villages, historical towns, and stately homes and gardens, is known worldwide.
8. Coastal Cornwall
Cornwall is a Duchy in the extreme south west of the UK and includes the Isles of Scilly, considered the mystical home of the legendary King Arthur. Its relatively warm climate, long coastline, amazing scenery, and diverse Celtic heritage go only part of the way to explaining its appeal. Cornwall is increasingly becoming a popular destination for those interested in cultural tourism due to its long association with visual and written arts, and enormous wealth of archaeology.
7. Oxford and Cambridge
Oxford is the oldest university city in the United Kingdom. Together with Cambridge (the second oldest university city and Oxford's great rival), Oxford has long represented the English academic establishment and élite, a haven of tradition and endeavour. Oxford's famous Dreaming Spires refer to the medieval churches and colleges that dominate the bustling modern town in all their Gothic splendour.
6. Hadrian's Wall
Hadrian's Wall was one of Ancient Rome's fortified borders, which gave the late Roman Empire security against the barbarians at its gates. Constructed and later garrisoned by soldiers drawn from all over the Roman world, the wall preserves an immense amount of military and civilian day-to-day life.
5. Bath
Bath is a historic Roman and Georgian spa city. Bath is famous for its hot springs, Roman period baths, Medieval heritage and stately Georgian architecture. Set in the rolling Somerset countryside on the southern edge of the Cotswolds, Bathoffers a diverse range of attractions: restaurants, theatres, cinemas, pubs and nightclubs, along with interesting museums, and a wide range of guided tours.
4. Brighton and its Seafront
Brighton is a famous seaside resort and charming city (on the south coast of England, in the county of East Sussex and almost immediately due south of the capital city London). In 2000, the two neighbouring communities of Brighton and Hove joined together to form the unitary authority of the City of Brighton and Hove. Known for its oriental architecture and large gay community.
3. Stonehenge and Avebury
Stonehenge is in a World Heritage Site of over 2000 hectares that is considered one of the most archaeologically rich in Europe. It is home to some of the most important Neolithic and Bronze Age finds and structures in the UK, and contains some 200 scheduled monuments. It is also the site of one of the biggest Chalk grassland reversion projects in the world.
2. Yorkshire Dales
The Yorkshire Dales are mainly in North Yorkshire. The area is a national park, world-famous for its picturesque combination of rolling hills, woodland, wild moorland, dramatic landscapes and gentle valleys that create unique and beautiful vistas. There are many opportunities for great walks and the lovely little Dales towns and villages provide a glimpse into traditional old-fashioned Yorkshire life.
1. London
Noisy, vibrant and truly multicultural, London is a megalopolis of people, ideas and frenetic energy. The capital and largest city of the United Kingdom, it is also the largest city in Western Europe and the European Union. Situated on the River Thames in South-East England, Greater London has an official population of a little over 8 million, but the estimate of between 12 and 14 million people in the greater metropolitan area better reflects its size and importance. Considered one of the world's leading global cities, London remains an international capital of culture, music, education, fashion, politics, finance and trade.
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Bible Tours in the British Museum
The British Museum houses the world’s greatest collection of ancient artefacts relating to Bible topics including ancient Egypt, Babylon, Ur, Assyria, the Origin of Writing and Language, and items containing the Tetragrammaton.
Bible Tours offer a wide range of theocratic tours including the very popular 2-hour “Grand Tour of the British Museum” and the 1-hour “Bible Highlights of the British Museum”, both of which are compact, comprehensive and enriching, with Bible in hand.
Tours on many other themes are also available; see for current availability.
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Jersey Vacation Travel Guide | Expedia
Jersey – Steeped in history and laced with cliffside walking trails, welcome to the largest of the Channel Islands. Don’t miss the top spots to check out in Jersey.
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#Jersey is compact, making it easy to explore while on #vacation here. Country lanes and walking trails lace the island, ensuring Jersey’s attractions are never far away.
#Explore picture-perfect capital, St. Helier. Each of Jersey’s four coastlines has its own distinctive personality. #Visit La Hougue Bie, one of the world’s oldest buildings, and the port of Gorey, with its iconic medieval castle. The North Coast Path offers some of the island’s most dramatic views. At St. Ouen’s Bay, surfers will find some of the island’s best waves and history buffs can explore the Channel Islands Military Museum.
If you’re looking for history, adventure, incredible food, and total relaxation, Jersey weaves it all together into something truly magical. It’s not quite British and it’s not quite French, but Jersey is 100% unique.
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The incredible British Museum London Walking Tour
Watch this video and get to know everything about the incredible British Museum London. Through this video you can have a walking tour around the museum, which is a showcase of history and culture.
Travel United Kingdom - Visiting Stonehenge
Take a tour of Stonehenge in United Kingdom -- part of the World's Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
It is, perhaps, the greatest symbol in the world of the mysteries of the ancients.
Stonehenge is the most widely known as a stone circle in the world and draws many visitors.
The current site is merely ruins of what it once was, but is still amazing.
There is much debate into exactly how Stonehenge was built, and even why it was.
However, archaeologists do know that it was built in roughly three stages over 1,500 years.
It is a mystical experience to get so close to this great enigma of the ages.
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A bus trip into Cambridge City 17/10/17
A entertaining ride into Cambridge via Stagecoach and Park and Ride, on a Tuesday afternoon. We went to collect my dads car so we had to take a bus.
Cambridge info:
Cambridge (/ˈkeɪmbrɪdʒ/ KAYM-brij) is a university city and the county town of Cambridgeshire, England, on the River Cam approximately 50 miles (80 km) north of London. At the United Kingdom Census 2011, its population was 123,867, including 24,488 students.
There is archaeological evidence of settlement in the area in the Bronze Age and in Roman Britain; under Viking rule, Cambridge became an important trading centre. The first town charters were granted in the 12th century, although city status was not conferred until 1951.
The University of Cambridge, founded in 1209, is one of the top five universities in the world. The university includes the Cavendish Laboratory, King's College Chapel, and the Cambridge University Library. The city's skyline is dominated by the last two buildings, along with the spire of the Our Lady and the English Martyrs Church, the chimney of Addenbrooke's Hospital and St John's College Chapel tower. Anglia Ruskin University, evolved from the Cambridge School of Art and the Cambridgeshire College of Arts and Technology, also has its main campus in the city.
Cambridge is at the heart of the high-technology Silicon Fen with industries such as software and bioscience and many start-up companies born out of the university. More than 40% of the workforce has a higher education qualification, more than twice the national average. The Cambridge Biomedical Campus, one of the largest biomedical research clusters in the world, is soon to be home to AstraZeneca, a hotel and the relocated Papworth Hospital.
Parker's Piece hosted the first ever game of Association football. The Strawberry Fair music and arts festival and Midsummer Fairs are held on Midsummer Common, and the annual Cambridge Beer Festival takes place on Jesus Green. The city is adjacent to the M11 and A14 roads, and Cambridge station is less than an hour from London King's Cross railway station.
Geography:
Cambridge is situated about 50 miles (80 km) north-by-east of London. The city is located in an area of level and relatively low-lying terrain just south of the Fens, which varies between 6 and 24 metres (20 and 79 ft) above sea level. The town was thus historically surrounded by low lying wetlands that have been drained as the town has expanded.
The underlying geology of Cambridge consists of gault clay and Chalk Marl, known locally as Cambridge Greensand, partly overlaid by terrace gravel. A layer of phosphatic nodules (coprolites) under the marl were mined in the 19th century for fertiliser. It became a major industry in the county, and its profits yielded buildings such as the Corn Exchange, Fulbourn Hospital and St. John's Chapel until the Quarries Act 1894 and competition from America ended production.
The River Cam flows through the city from the village of Grantchester, to the southwest. It is bordered by water meadows within the city such as Sheep's Green as well as residential development. Like most cities, modern-day Cambridge has many suburbs and areas of high-density housing. The city centre of Cambridge is mostly commercial, historic buildings, and large green areas such as Jesus Green, Parker's Piece and Midsummer Common. Many of the roads in the centre are pedestrianised. Population growth has seen new housing developments in the 21st century, with estates such as the CB1 and Accordia schemes near the station, and developments such as Great Kneighton, formally known as Clay Farm, and Trumpington Meadows currently under construction in the south of the city. Other major developments currently being constructed in the city are Darwin Green (formerly NIAB), and University-led developments at West Cambridge and North West Cambridge, (Eddington).
The entire city centre, as well as parts of Chesterton, Petersfield, West Cambridge, Newnham, and Abbey, are covered by an Air Quality Management Area, implemented to counter high levels of nitrogen dioxide in the atmosphere.
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